Regal Blue

#003871

General Information about Regal Blue

Regal Blue, with the hex code #003871, is a deep and sophisticated shade of blue that evokes feelings of royalty, trust, and stability. It is a popular color choice for branding, web design, and interior design, often associated with professionalism and reliability. In the RGB color model, it consists of 0% red, 21.96% green, and 44.31% blue. Its CMYK values are 100% cyan, 54% magenta, 0% yellow, and 56% black. This color is perceived as calming and authoritative, making it suitable for environments where trust and confidence are paramount. Its use can range from creating a serene atmosphere to conveying a sense of power and importance, depending on the context and accompanying colors.

The color #003871, a deep regal blue, presents specific accessibility considerations for web development. Due to its low luminance, it's crucial to ensure sufficient contrast when used as text or background. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text (14pt bold or 18pt regular). When pairing #003871 with other colors, tools like WebAIM's contrast checker can be invaluable. Avoid pairing it with dark colors to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. Implementing accessible focus states for interactive elements is also vital. Providing alternative styling, like a light-colored border or background on focus, helps users navigate websites effectively using assistive technologies. Thoughtful color choices significantly enhance the user experience, making content accessible to a wider audience, including those with color blindness or low vision.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
0 56 113
RGB0 56 113
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
210.27deg 100% 22.16%
210.2710022.16HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
210.27deg 0% 55.69%
210.27055.69HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#003871
rgb0 56 113
hsl210.27deg 100% 22.16%
cmyk100% 50.44% 0% 55.69%
hwb210.27deg 0% 55.69%
xyz-d650.04 0.04 0.16
oklch0.3448 0.1118 254.56
oklab0.3448 -0.03 -0.11
CMYK
100% 50.44% 0% 55.69%
10050.44055.69CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.04 0.04 0.16
0.040.040.16XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3448 0.1118 254.56
0.34480.1118254.56LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3448 -0.03 -0.11
0.3448-0.03-0.11LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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